2005 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Tata Indica
To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 227 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Tata Indica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Tata Indica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2006 Tata Indica | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Accord | Indica |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1373 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |